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Santa’s Journey around the World

By rebecca - Last updated: Monday, December 24, 2012

The countdown is now on all over the world. All of the preparations are in place. Santa and his elves have been busy preparing for his launch on December 24th! Early on the 24th, Santa will be departing his depot at the North Pole to begin his 33-hour journey, delivering presents to children all over [...]

Visit Santa’s Grotto

By rebecca - Last updated: Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without a visit to Santa’s Grotto! Find out where to meet the man in red this winter with our guide to the best UK and Ireland Santa’s grottos. Dublin Zoo As one of the world’s oldest and most popular zoos, Dublin Zoo is Ireland’s No.1 visitor attraction and this year [...]

NYE Around the World

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, November 22, 2012

While it may happen at different times, the celebration of the New Year is something that’s universally celebrated by all, every culture across the world has its own traditions and customs to ring in the New Year. It’s not just the time zones that are different, the build-up and the aftermath of New Year’s day [...]

Bali – Less Is More

By rebecca - Last updated: Friday, September 14, 2012

Located in the country of Indonesia, Bali may be a small island – it’s slightly smaller than the county of Lincolnshire – but there are many things that you can do while you’re there, making it a fantastic destination if you’re looking for a sunny and tropical destination. You’ll quickly discover that whatever you look [...]

Australian Activity-Filled Holiday

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, August 16, 2012

Australia: sun, sea and sand, you may be thinking, and you’d be perfectly correct in doing so, but there’s a lot more going on Down Under, and it’s exhilarating. If you base yourself in Sydney, you will be perfectly placed to enjoy an activity-filled holiday that is sure to leave a mark and push you [...]

Where to visit in Italy

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, April 26, 2012

Whether it’s the food, the weather, the skiing or the cultural history you’re after, Italy has all the ingredients for a memorable family holiday. This country has a variety of terrains, from skiing in the Alps in the north to the warm coastlines of the south, and the country’s two biggest cities, Rome and Milan, [...]

Paradise in Portugal

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, April 12, 2012

Looking for a relaxing holiday where everything you could want is located within the grounds of your hotel? A resort hotel in Portugal could be just the ticket, and there’s always plenty to do if you do decide to venture beyond the hotel or the beach! First off is Porto in the northwest of the [...]

Spanish Beach Holidays

By rebecca - Last updated: Tuesday, April 3, 2012

If the warmer days have you longing for a cool ocean breeze as you lounge on a beach, but you don’t fancy a long haul flight to an exotic location, the beaches of Spain are only a few hours’ journey away. There’s a wide variety of beach holidays on offer in Spain, from busy nightlife [...]

St Patrick’s Day Celebrations Across The World

By rebecca - Last updated: Thursday, March 15, 2012

St. Patrick’s Day is a day of celebration all over the world, and while there are a number of events taking place across the UK to mark the day, there are lots of exciting celebrations for the whole family happening all over the world in honour of the day. First off, and close to home [...]

Discover Turkey

By rebecca - Last updated: Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Turkey is a country boasting incredible landscapes and natural wonders bordered by four different seas. Well-known as a great destination for relaxing beach holidays, it offers activities to suit all tastes. The five thousand mile coastline provides tourists with excellent beaches and clear oceans. Istanbul is the capital of Turkey and the only city in [...]